In this chemistry lesson, we move beyond simple ion definitions to master the Brønsted-Lowry model of acids and bases. You will learn how to identify proton donors (acids) and proton acceptors (bases) by tracking the movement of the H⁺ ion in chemical reactions.
What you’ll learn in this video:
Defining the Proton: Why H⁺ is quite literally just a bare proton.
Conjugate Pairs: Understanding the "two sides of a coin" relationship between acids and their conjugate bases.
Step-by-Step Writing Guide: A fail-proof two-step procedure for writing any conjugate base (remove H, decrease charge by 1) or conjugate acid (add H, increase charge by 1).
Practice Problems: Real examples featuring HCl, NH₃, H₂O, and CO₃²⁻.
